---
title: "Validator Nodes"
path: "/contents/tech/core-concepts/validator-nodes"
version: "1.2.0"
author: "Hydrate"
createdAt: "2026-02-18T22:38:09.634Z"
updatedAt: "2026-03-16T18:20:59.139Z"
---

# Validator Nodes

<Infobox>
| **Role** | Transaction processing, consensus participation |
| **Consensus** | [Cerberus BFT](/contents/tech/core-protocols/cerberus-consensus-protocol) |
| **Rewards** | Share of 300M XRD annual [emissions](/contents/tech/core-concepts/network-emissions) |
| **Minimum Stake** | 100 XRD to delegate |
</Infobox>

## Overview

**Validator nodes** secure the [Radix network](https://www.radixdlt.com) by participating in [Cerberus consensus](/contents/tech/core-protocols/cerberus-consensus-protocol). They process transactions, propose state changes, and earn [staking rewards](/contents/tech/core-concepts/network-emissions) distributed to their delegators.

### Staking

XRD holders can delegate to any validator with a minimum of 100 XRD. Delegation creates [Liquid Stake Units (LSUs)](/contents/tech/core-concepts/liquid-stake-units) that represent the staked position and continue accruing value. The [Radix Dashboard](/ecosystem/radix-dashboard) and [ShardSpace](/ecosystem/shardspace) provide interfaces for staking.

### Subsidy Transition

The [Validator Subsidy](/ideas/validator-subsidy-sunset) is phasing out by June 2026, transitioning validators to self-sustaining fee structures.